Turbinates Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

AANP Board 146 Questions with Answers INR values below ____ increase stroke risk sixfold. - CORRECT ANSWER 2 What allergy contradicts the use of thiazide diuretics? - CORRECT ANSWER Sulfa Why should ACE-Is be avoided with renal stenosis? - CORRECT ANSWER Leads to ARF Adverse effects of aldosterone antagonists (Aldactone) - CORRECT ANSWER Galactorrhea and hyperkalemia What are beta blocker indications? - CORRECT ANSWER HTN, post-MI< angina, arrhythmias, migraine prophylaxis,...

PMED CH 16 TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2024/2025 What function do the nasal turbinates serve? A) Separating the left and right nostrils B) Warming and humidifying inhaled air C) Decreasing the surface area of the nasopharynx D) Secreting mucus that traps viruses and bacteria - ANSWERSB A patient who is experiencing an allergic reaction states that his tongue "feels thick" and speaks at a low volume. You should immediately evaluate for: A) angioedema. B) hypotension. C) a gag reflex...

The nurse recognizes that which process occurs as oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged at the level of the alveoli. 1. Diffusion 2. Perfusion 3. Respiration 4. Ventilation 3. Respiration Which structure of the respiratory system is responsible for filtering, warming, and humidifying inhaled air? 1. Alveoli 2. Pharynx 3. Sinuses 4. Turbinates 4. Turbinates In providing health education to a group of middle school students, how does the nurse describe the function of the ...

The retinal structures viewed through the ophthalmoscope are: - Correct answer-optic disc, vessels, macula, background "Positive consensual light reflex" means... - Correct answer-simultaneous constriction The thickening and yellowing of the lens due to aging is described as: - Correct answercataract Eye emergency - Correct answer-sudden change in vision Visual acuity is assessed with: - Correct answer-Snellen eye chart The cover test is used to assess for: - Correct answer-muscle weakne...

Question : The major impact of the physiological changes that occur with aging is: Student Answer: Reduced physiological reserve Instructor Explanation: The major impact of all of these physiological changes can be highlighted with three primary points. First, there is a reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, particularly cardiac, respiratory, and renal. Second, there are reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems such a...

Karposi Sarcoma : Characteristic purple areas on the nose in an HIV-positive female. A type of cancer that can form in the skin, lymph nodes, or other organs. The skin lesions are usually purple in color. Malodorous single nare : Foreign body Retinal Detachment : the retina separates from the layer underneath. Symptoms include an increase in the number of floaters, flashes of light, and worsening of the outer part of the visual field. Adolescent with friable nasal turbinates : Coc...

C - Answer What is an important step for the surgical technologist to remember to perform when changing burs on a pneumatic drill? A. place drill in reverse position B. place drill in forward position C. put hand piece on safety D. disconnect hand piece from hose B - Answer What is an alternate name for the bony nasal projections known as turbinates? A. cochlea B. conchae C. ossicles D. ostia B - Answer Which of the following is frequently used as an autograft to repla...

Nose examination inspectionpatency, inflammation, deformities, symmetry, and discharge. mucous membrane pink and moist, no exudate bleeding, edema. Nasal septum for deviation, perforations, bleedings. Inspect turbinates for polyps, abnormal fingerlike projections of swollen nasal mucosa. Mouth and pharynx inspectioninspect the interior of the mouth for color, lesions, masses, gum retraction, bleeding, and poor dentition. Inspect the tongue for symmetry and lesions. Pharynx should be s...

Karposi Sarcoma CORRECT ANSWER Characteristic purple areas on the nose in an HIV-positive female. A type of cancer that can form in the skin, lymph nodes, or other organs. The skin lesions are usually purple in color. Malodorous single nare CORRECT ANSWER Foreign body Retinal Detachment CORRECT ANSWER the retina separates from the layer underneath. Symptoms include an increase in the number of floaters, flashes of light, and worsening of the outer part of the visual field. Adolescent wi...

A mother brings her infant to you because of a "rattle" in his chest with breathing. Which of the following would you hear if there were a problem in the upper airway? Correct Answer-Inspiratory sounds All of the following produce a chronic cough except: Chronic Bronchitis Allergic Rhinitis Acute viral upper respiratory infection Correct Answer-Acute viral upper respiratory infection A 47-year-old receptionist comes to your office, complaining of fever, shortness of breath, and a pro...